Knights Templar, Da Vinci's Code Rosslyn Chapel, and Glenkinchie Distillery all in one! We arrived in Edinburgh around 8 a.m this morning after having passed under two suspension bridges and the Queen's Ferry Crossing Bridge under construction at this time.
The day was foggy, a nippy 50'ish degrees, and drizzling rain. We disembarked about 8:15 a.m to a local bagpiper dressed in all the Scottish regalia playing a lively tune.
Our excursion today was out to the lowlands with a stop at the Rosslyn Chapel, founded in 1446 by Sir William St Clair. The Chapel has been in the family ever since its foundation and is still a working church. I wish we were able to have taken photos inside the chapel, but alas we were not. The architecture and ornateness of the church was stunning. You'll see photos of the outside of the Chapel and note the colorful sandstone.
We concluded our excursion for the day at the Glenkinchie Distillery in Brora, Sutherland, Scotland. Touring the single malt distillery was very interesting and of course there was a tasting. I sipped a small amount and passed the glass to Justin. He actually had four small servings and purchased a small bottle. I relinquished my share to him.
We've set sail again and are heading to the Shetland Island and Lerwick! Anxious to see what tomorrow brings....
Happy travels to all....and thanks for stopping by!
~ Cindy
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